1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | 17 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |
